Composition for QUREFAST

food interaction for QUREFAST

alcohol interaction for QUREFAST

pregnancy interaction for QUREFAST

lactation interaction for QUREFAST

food

alcohol

pregnancy

lactation

No interaction found

No interaction found

Qurefast ointment may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

WEIGH RISKS VS. BENEFITS

Qurefast ointment is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor.

SAFE

SALT INFORMATION for QUREFAST

Uses

Betamethasone Topical is used in the treatment of allergic disorders, skin disorders and oral lichen planus .

How it works

Betamethasone belongs to a class of medications called as corticosteroids. It works by decreasing the formation, release, and activity of different cells and chemicals that cause swelling, redness, and itching, thereby relieving the symptoms associated with skin conditions.

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.

Frequently asked questions for QUREFAST

Betamethasone Topical

Q.Is betamethasone cream available as over the counter (OTC) product?Betamethasone cream is not available as OTC product

Q.Does betamethasone topical lighten skin/ bleach skin?Betamethasone topical may cause skin pigmentation in few patients. It may lighten or darken the skin color. Do not use betamethasone without doctor's advice

Q.Is betamethasone valerate used for acne/ ringworm?No. Betamethasone valerate can be used in conditions like eczema (a type of itchy skin rash), atopic dermatitis (inflammation of skin) and psoriasis of the scalp, hands and feet

Q.Does betnesol work in retention edema?No. Betnesol (i.e. betamethasone) cannot be used in retention edema. On the contrary, it causes the fluid and salt retention thereby adding to the edema problem

Q.Is betamethasone stronger than hydrocortisone?Betamethasone and hydrocortisone belong to the same class of medications (i.e. corticosteroids) and produce almost similar pharmacological responses. The effect may vary based on the conditions and individual response. Always follow doctor's advice regarding its use.

Clotrimazole Topical

Q.Is clotrimazole a steroid?Clotrimazole is an imidazole antifungal medication and not a steroid.

Neomycin Topical

Q.Does neomycin expire?Yes. The expiry date is provided on the ointment tube